Larry Gilliard, Jr. is an American character actor who has appeared in films, television series and theater. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of D'Angelo Barksdale on the HBO drama series "The Wire," a role which earned him much critical acclaim. He is also recently known for his role as Bob Stookey in the AMC horror drama "The Walking Dead."
Gilliard was born in New York City. He and his family moved to Baltimore, Maryland when he was 7. Gilliard studied classical music at Baltimore School for the Arts and Juilliard School but decided to pursue acting instead. He made his film debut as the lead in the independent film "Straight Out of Brooklyn." He studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, The Acting Studio, Inc. and the Stella Adler Conservatory.
Often cast as a hoodlum, Gilliard has appeared on numerous television crime dramas such as "Law & Order," "Homicide: Life on the Street," "New York Undercover" and "CSI: NY." His notable film roles include: a love-struck ghetto teen in "LottoLand," an earnest college football player in "The Waterboy" and a member of the Dead Rabbits in "Gangs of New York." Gilliard recently had a role on the television series "The Beast."
Gilliard is also a stage actor. He received positive reviews for his role of Booth in a production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Topdog/Underdog.
He joined "The Walking Dead" television series cast as a regular, playing Bob Stookey, as of season 4.
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-AMC's "The Walking Dead" is adding another cast member from HBO's acclaimed "The Wire" series to the zombie apocalypse drama. Larry Gilliard Jr. will play ...
Lawrence Gilliard Jr. was not supposed to be cast on The Walking Dead. And the reason was simple: another former The Wire alum — Chad Coleman, who ...
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Larry Gilliard, Jr. is an American character actor who has appeared in films, television series and theater. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of D'Angelo Barksdale on the HBO drama series "The Wire," a role which earned him much critical acclaim. He is also recently known for his role as Bob Stookey in the AMC horror drama "The Walking Dead."
Gilliard was born in New York City. He and his family moved to Baltimore, Maryland when he was 7. Gilliard studied classical music at Baltimore School for the Arts and Juilliard School but decided to pursue acting instead. He made his film debut as the lead in the independent film "Straight Out of Brooklyn." He studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, The Acting Studio, Inc. and the Stella Adler Conservatory.
Often cast as a hoodlum, Gilliard has appeared on numerous television crime dramas such as "Law & Order," "Homicide: Life on the Street," "New York Undercover" and "CSI: NY." His notable film roles include: a love-struck ghetto teen in "LottoLand," an earnest college football player in "The Waterboy" and a member of the Dead Rabbits in "Gangs of New York." Gilliard recently had a role on the television series "The Beast."
Gilliard is also a stage actor. He received positive reviews for his role of Booth in a production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Topdog/Underdog.
He joined "The Walking Dead" television series cast as a regular, playing Bob Stookey, as of season 4.
Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Larry Gilliard Jr. and other top speakers and celebrities.
Larry Gilliard Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Larry Gilliard Jr. for your event is available upon request. Larry Gilliard Jr. generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Peter Parros, Gavin Houston, Tyler Lepley, Denzel Washington and LaVan Davis. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Larry Gilliard Jr. for an upcoming event.
AMC's "The Walking Dead" is adding another cast member from HBO's acclaimed "The Wire" series to the zombie apocalypse drama. Larry Gilliard Jr. will play ...
Lawrence Gilliard Jr. was not supposed to be cast on The Walking Dead. And the reason was simple: another former The Wire alum — Chad Coleman, who ...
This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.
All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.
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